Best Places to Kayak Near Palos Heights, IL

30 public launch points within 50 miles of Palos Heights, ranked by water conditions, access, and amenities.

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Top Picks Near Palos Heights

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Columbia woods canoe landing

Standout kayak fishing on the lake

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Plank Road Meadow boat launch

Calm, sheltered water that's ideal for beginners and paddle boarding

LakeBeginner11 mi away
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Maywood Grove Canoe Landing

A top-rated lake launch on the lake

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Worth Boat Launching Ramp

Illinois · 1.3 mi

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Alsip Boat Ramp

Illinois · 1.9 mi

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Lake Tampier

Illinois · 5.5 mi

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Saganashkee Slough boat launch

Illinois · 6.2 mi

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Columbia woods canoe landing

Illinois · 6.9 mi

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Little Calumet Boat Launch

Illinois · 6.9 mi

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Great Lakes Quarry

Illinois · 9.7 mi

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Beaubien Woods - 1

Illinois · 10.5 mi

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Beaubien Woods - 2

Illinois · 10.5 mi

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Plank Road Meadow boat launch

Illinois · 10.9 mi

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Sunset Bay Marina

Illinois · 12.0 mi

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Washingtion Park Lagoon Boat Dock

Illinois · 12.8 mi

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Richard J. Daley Park Boat Launch

Illinois · 13.3 mi

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Wolf Lake

Illinois · 13.3 mi

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Wolf Lake

Illinois · 13.3 mi

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Powderhorn Lake

Illinois · 13.5 mi

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Jackson Harbor - East Hayes Drive

Illinois · 13.8 mi

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Wolf Lake

Illinois · 13.8 mi

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Lake Michigan (State Line)

Indiana · 14.1 mi

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Calumet Park

Illinois · 14.4 mi

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Wolf Lake

Indiana · 14.6 mi

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Hammond Marina

Indiana · 14.8 mi

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Lake Michigan Fishing Pier (Hammond)

Indiana · 14.8 mi

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Burham Harbor - South

Illinois · 15.3 mi

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Wilhala Beach Co. Pk.

Indiana · 15.7 mi

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Maywood Grove Canoe Landing

Illinois · 15.8 mi

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Whiting Park

Indiana · 15.9 mi

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Whalon Lake

Illinois · 16.0 mi

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Burham Harbor - North

Illinois · 16.6 mi

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Pastrick Marina

Indiana · 18.4 mi

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Paddling Near Other Cities

Widen your search to towns within an hour of Palos Heights.

Worth, IL2 miChicago Ridge, IL3 miPalos Park, IL3 miAlsip, IL3 miPalos Hills, IL3 miMidlothian, IL4 miOrland Park, IL4 miOak Lawn, IL4 mi

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the best places to kayak near Palos Heights, IL?

Top picks near Palos Heights include Columbia woods canoe landing, Plank Road Meadow boat launch, Maywood Grove Canoe Landing. In total there are 30 public launch points within 50 miles, with paddling on lakes, rivers.

What types of paddling can I do near Palos Heights?

Near Palos Heights you'll find opportunities for kayaking, canoeing, and stand-up paddle boarding. Most locations offer beginner-friendly conditions with public boat ramp access.

Are there free kayak launches near Palos Heights?

Yes! Most public boat ramps near Palos Heights are free to use. Some state parks and recreation areas may charge a small parking or entrance fee.